WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported multiple food safety violations at three licensed food facilities following inspections conducted on Tuesday, April 28.
Violations were identified at Qdoba Mexican Eats in West Chester, Shawn’s Subzero LLC in Elverson, and Summit Food Service at Chester County Prison.
At Qdoba Mexican Eats, inspectors cited sanitation and food handling issues, including unclean food contact surfaces, improper glove use, and employees wearing prohibited jewelry.
Inspectors also noted missing operational postings, damaged equipment such as rusted shelving and torn oven mitts, and the need for additional safety barriers between cooking equipment.
At Shawn’s Subzero LLC, violations included improper food storage temperatures, expired milk, and prepared foods held beyond allowable time limits.
Inspectors also cited the absence of sanitizer test strips, improper storage of utensils on the floor, and structural issues including an inadequate air gap at a prep sink.
At Summit Food Service at Chester County Prison, inspectors reported multiple violations during an opening inspection, including improper food temperatures, cross-contamination risks, and malfunctioning dishwashing equipment.
Food items including dressings and refrigerated goods were found stored above safe temperature thresholds and were discarded during the inspection.
Additional issues included fruit flies in food service areas, missing consumer advisory notices, and sanitation concerns in multiple kitchen areas.
The Health Department noted that inspection results reflect conditions observed at the time of inspection and may not represent long-term compliance.
The following establishments were listed as in compliance:
- ALDI Inc. #198, Phoenixville
- Bell’s Delites, Parkesburg
- Brown’s Cow Ice Cream Parlor, Phoenixville
- Care Center Foundation Inc. (Food), West Chester
- Great Valley Presbyterian Church, Malvern
- Hares Hill Brewing Company, Pottstown
- Hopewell Elementary School – Food, Oxford
- Original Casey’s Ale House, Berwyn
- Perialli LLC @ AE, West Chester
- Quincy’s Original Lobster Rolls & Steak Bros, Paoli
- RSD 934 E Baltimore Pike Donuts LLC DBA Dunkin Donuts, Kennett Square
- Stonewall Links, Elverson
- Vibe Haus Indian Plates & Taps, Berwyn
- Warwick Child Care (Food) / South Coventry, Pottstown
Officials said residents can report concerns about food safety through the county’s Environmental Health Complaint form at https://www.chesco.org/5843 or by calling 610-344-6225 if illness is suspected.
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